September 17, 2021

Beautiful and Colorful Hanbok: The National Costume of South Korea

The hanbok—the beautiful traditional Korean national costume—has been a staple of the Korean wardrobe for more than 2,000 years. Many travelers on our private South Korea tours enjoy seeing and shopping for colorful hanbok while touring in South Korea.

Destinations: Asia, Korea, South Korea

Tags: artisans, Asia tours, clothing, couture, fashion, festivals, folk art, hanbok, insider, Korea, Korean, Seoul, shopping tours, South Korea, South Korea tours, style, textiles, traditional, traditional crafts

September 14, 2021

Private Jewish Heritage Touring in Morocco

Artisans of Leisure arranges private touring of the most interesting Jewish sites in Morocco, including in Fez, Essaouira and Marrakesh, for travelers interested in learning more about the history of Moroccan Jews.

Destinations: Africa, Morocco

Tags: Atlas Mountains, Casblanca, Essaouira, Essaouira tours, Fez, Fez tours, heritage tours, Jewish heritage, Jewish heritage tours, Jewish Morocco, Jewish Morocco tour, Jewish Quarter, Jewish tours, Marrakesh, Marrakesh tours, medina, Morocco, Morocco tours, Museum of Moroccan Judaism, Shabbat, synagogue, synagogues

September 10, 2021

Must Visit: Expo 2020 Dubai

Dubai welcomes the world to Expo 2020 Dubai, a celebration of cutting-edge technology, innovative architecture and international culture. Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours in Dubai and the Emirates.

Destinations: Dubai, UAE

Tags: architecture, Dubai, Dubai tours, Emirates tours, expo, Expo 2020 Dubai, Expo Dubai, expos, UAE, World's Fairs

September 3, 2021

Just Back: A Luxurious Family Tour of Switzerland

Highlights from a luxurious multigenerational family trip to Switzerland, including the Lake Geneva region and Lucerne.

Destinations: Europe, Switzerland

Tags: Beau-Rivage Palace, Chapel Bridge, Chateau de Chillon, cheese, cheese tours, family travel, food and wine, Gruyere, Gruyeres, history, interiors, Lake Geneva, Lake Lucerne, Lausanne, Lavaux vineyards, Lucerne, Lucerne Old Town, luxury Switzerland tours, Montreux, Mount Pilatus, Mount Rigi, multi-generational, Park Hotel Vitznau, private wine touring, Queen Victoria, Swiss Alps, Swiss cuisine, Switzerland, UNESCO World Heritage Site, vineyards, wine, wine tasting, wine tour

August 27, 2021

Jeju Island in South Korea: Contemporary Architecture, Volcanic Landscapes, Tea Plantations & More

Jeju Island is a perfect multi-day excursion from Seoul that offers diverse touring options among spectacular landscapes. Artisans of Leisure arranges private South Korea tours.

Destinations: Asia, Korea, South Korea

Tags: architecture, Asia, Asia tours, basalt, basalt columns, culinary travel, hiking, island, Jeju, Jeju Island tours, Korea, Korea tours, markets, seafood, South Korea, South Korea tours, Tadao Ando, tea, tea plantations, volcanic, volcano

August 19, 2021

Seeing Giant Tortoises in the Galapagos Islands

Seeing Galapagos giant tortoises is a highlight of visiting the Galapagos Islands.

Destinations: Ecuador, Galapagos, South America

Tags: animals, cruise, Darwin, Ecuador, Ecuador tours, family, Galapagos, nature, private Galapagos tours, tortoises, wildlife, wildlife tours

August 10, 2021

Touring & Climbing the Duomo in Florence

Artisans of Leisure arranges private Italy tours filled with insider experiences. Upon request we can arrange exclusive access to the Duomo Terraces, private meals in private palazzos overlooking the Duomo, and more.

Destinations: Europe, Italy

Tags: amazing view, architecture, architecture tours, art and design tours, art history, art tours, climbing Duomo, Duomo, Duomo Terraces, family travel, Florence, Florence Duomo, Florence tours, Gates of Paradise, Giotto, Italy, Italy art tours, luxury Italy tours, private Italy tours, Renaissance architecture, Renaissance art, UNESCO World Heritage Site, view

August 9, 2021

Architecture Inspired by Remarkable Basalt Columns in Iceland

Some of our favorite landmark buildings in Reykjavik are inspired by the country’s incredible basalt landscapes. Artisans of Leisure arranges private Iceland tours that feature the country’s spectacular landscapes and sophisticated cultural touring.

Destinations: Europe, Iceland, Scandinavia

Tags: architecture, art and design tours, basalt, basalt columns, concert hall, design, design tours, Harpa, Iceland, Icelandic, landscapes, luxury Iceland tours, nature, private Reykjavik tours, Reykjavik, waterfalls